If you want to blend into the Italian culture and way of life - here are some tips to act like a local and not a tourist
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Pasta! Pizza! Pane! Oh my!
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Italian Coffee Culture is a VIBE
Know the different types of coffee to order at the local bar. Cappuccino, Latte, Macchiato, Corretto, Lungo, Doppio, Americano
Morning Espresso
Only order in the mornings for breakfast (cappuccino / latte / macchiato that all have varying levels of milk in them) anytime after that it's not something you will see any Italian order. Stick to espresso!
Cappuccino Time?
This is not a thing in Italy - in fact, ice isn't really a thing in Italy. You have to order a SHAKERATO… →
Iced coffee? Nope!
and yes it normally comes in a martini glass. Because Italians are fancy ;-)
Shakerato (Shaken Iced Coffee)
HELL NO! Italy has some of the best coffee in the world - don't waste your time or money at Starbucks. People will for sure know you aren't Italian if you're carrying this around. and NO Italian is drinking these insanely sugar filled frothy foamy whipped creamy things
Starbucks? More like Starsucks!
Pasta! Pizza! Pane! Oh my!
Know what to order and eat based on where you are
Italians do NOT walk around outside eating their food. Eating is about socializing and enjoying food and life. SIT DOWN and enjoy - there's no “grabbing a quick slice” on the go in Italy
About Pizza
Each region and sometimes cities of Italy have their own local specialties - know what to order based on where you are! and don't forget the pasta in Italy is AL DENTE that means it will (should) have a bite to it - do not expect the soggy mushy stuf...
About Pasta
When in Rome - CARBONARA!
Carbonara
When in Rome - AMATRICIANA!
Amatriciana
When in Cinque Terre - PESTO!
Pesto
When in Florence (Tuscany) - BISTECCA FIORENTINA!
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
When in Tuscany - TRUFFLESSSSSS!
Truffle Sauce
to butter or not? NOT! it's not a thing - you'll get olive oil at most, maybe balsamic, but italians do not slop butter on their bread before a meal!
